City of Long Beach to Host Second Business Networking Event Along Santa Fe Avenue Corridor
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Long Beach, CA ~ The City of Long Beach is taking steps towards boosting economic development in West Long Beach by exploring the possibility of establishing a business association. The Department of Economic Development & Opportunity (EDO) is inviting business owners and stakeholders to attend an event on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026, from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at Casa Chaskis (2380 Santa Fe Ave.) to learn more about the initiative and get involved. Interested individuals are encouraged to RSVP online.

EDO has been actively engaging with businesses along the Santa Fe Avenue business corridor, from Anaheim to Willow Streets, in order to gain a better understanding of local needs and opportunities. This free event will build upon the success of a previous networking event held in October and provide attendees with important updates. Additionally, there will be an overview of the Westside Promise initiative presented by the City's Community Development Department.

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The Westside Promise aims to create jobs, expand workforce training opportunities, and drive long-term economic growth in the area. One key effort is the establishment of a new business association dedicated to enhancing economic growth on the Westside. Earlier this year, EDO hosted a Westside Long Beach Economic and Market Study with over 40 local businesses, residents, and stakeholders to discuss current market conditions and potential strategies for promoting economic development and increasing investment in West Long Beach.

For those interested in attending the event or seeking additional information, they can contact Kyle Smith, Business Improvement District Program Manager at EDO at 562.570.7623 or Kyle.J.Smith@longbeach.gov. Media inquiries can be directed to Chelsey Magallon, Public Affairs Officer at EDO at 562.570.3863 or Chelsey.Magallon@longbeach.gov.

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